Highfield House Hotel, Southampton - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

119 Highfield Lane, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO171AQ

Highfield House Hotel, a 3-star property 0.5 miles from Southampton University and Southampton Common, features free WiFi throughout and 3 meeting rooms equipped with presentation technology.

Modern Air-Conditioned Accommodations

71 air-conditioned rooms at Highfield House Hotel include laptop-compatible safes, flat-screen TVs with Freeview channels, and electric kettles. Each unit offers modern en-suite bathrooms with power showers, while some rooms add seating areas.

Breakfast and Dining

The new breakfast room serves full English and continental buffet featuring homemade fruit salad, cold meats, cheese, yogurt selection, and cereal bar. Ceno's Bar and Restaurant next door provides lunch and dinner options.

Business and Services

The Highfield House provides 24-hour front desk service with multilingual staff and luggage storage. Business services accommodate meetings with air conditioning and blackout blinds.

City Center Access

Located 3 miles from Southampton city center, the hotel offers access to West Quay's 100 stores and John Lewis. Nearby attractions include Paultons Family Theme Park, SeaCity Museum, and Southampton Common with its great crested newt population.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

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2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Standard Twin Room Sofa

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3 persons

17 m²

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2 Single beds

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Standard Family Room

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4 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Southampton 2.7 km

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 4.1 km

Bournemouth (BOH) 51.1 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.1 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Great Parking Option

“I appreciated the free parking available, which made it easy for my family and me to access our vehicle without any hassle. It’s a significant convenience that added to our overall experience!” view full review

Functional Shower

“The shower in my room was excellent. Once I got the hot water flowing, it worked perfectly. I loved that I could count on a warm shower after a long day.” view full review

Comfortable Amenities

“The room I stayed in had all the necessary amenities, including a nice TV, hairdryer, and a safe for my valuables. I felt at home with the available tea and coffee-making facilities.” view full review

Cozy and Clean

“The bedroom, while basic, was clean and tidy. I found the bedding comfortable, which was a pleasant surprise and made for a restful night's sleep.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Gift/Newsstand

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry

Dining

Continental breakfast
Buffet breakfast

Room features

In-room safe

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

119 Highfield Lane, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO171AQ

Map view

119 Highfield Lane, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO171AQ

City landmarks

Museum

SeaCity Museum

2.4 km

Park

Southampton Common

1.8 km

Park

Riverside Park

2.3 km

Gallery

Southampton City Art Gallery

2.4 km

Museum

Solent Sky Museum

3.3 km

Bugle Street St Michael's Square

Tudor House and Garden

3.3 km

Stadium

St Mary's Stadium

2.4 km

Avenue Campus Highfield Road

University of Southampton

1.1 km

University of Southampton Highfield Campus

970 m

The Brook

1.1 km

19 Onslow Rd

Houdini's Escape Room Experience

2.3 km

Garden

Hawthorns Urban Wildlife Centre

1.8 km

Southampton Central Children's Library

2.4 km

Church

Church of St Denys

690 m

Southampton S014 2YDEngland

Bargate

2.9 km

East Park

Titanic Engineer Officers Memorial

2.3 km

Southampton SO14 1JU

Southampton Town Walls

3.3 km

Nuffield Southampton Theatres

1.8 km

Theatre

Nuffield Theatre

1.0 km

Church Street Upper Shirley

St James Park

2.6 km

Kingdom Hall

650 m

Portswood Church

680 m

Mecca Bingo Ltd

680 m

John Hansard Gallery

1.1 km

Faith & Reflection Centre

690 m

Woodmill Outdoor Centre

2.4 km

Church

Immaculate Conception Church

2.0 km

Nearby

Church

Highfield Church

360 m

Admiral

480 m

Church

The Victory Centre

490 m

Restaurants

The Mitre

200 m

200 Portswood Road

Pepe's piri piri

250 m

Unit 8a

Roosters Piri Piri

320 m

237 Portswood Road

Poppins portswood

290 m

231 Portswood Road Portswood

Wok&Go

270 m

176 Portswood Road Portswood

Kate's Cafe Lounge

320 m

227 Portswood Road

Burga

350 m

170 Portswood Road

Simply Eat Co

370 m

160A Portswood Road

Pho Vietnam

470 m

Portswood Road Portswood Rd

Noodle 8

450 m

5 The Broadway

Big George's Fish Bar

420 m

330 Portswood Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

60%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.0

Location

7.6

Service

6.4

Dining

6.2

3.5/5 based on 693 reviews

#18 based on Tripadvisor

Joseph

United States, March 2025

6.0/10

I had a pleasant overnight stay at Highfield House Hotel. The friendly and helpful staff, along with a comfortable bed and a delicious full English breakfast, were definite highlights. However, the hotel decor could use some updates and attention to cleanliness in certain areas detracted from the overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and comfortable with a nice hot bath. I did have a slight issue with some dirt on the windowsill, but overall, I slept well during my stay, which is what counts.

Service

8.0

The reception staff were truly wonderful! They assisted with my printing issues and made check-in smooth. I also appreciated the little gestures, like helping with luggage, which made my stay more comfortable.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a great location, close to pubs, restaurants, and shops, making it convenient for dining. It was also not too far from the port, which was ideal as I was going on a cruise the next day.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was a highlight, with great variety including a full English spread. The staff were attentive and helped keep our coffee cups filled, which I appreciated!

Facilities

7.0

Having free parking was a major convenience. The hotel also provided complimentary tea and coffee, which was a nice touch, although some areas needed tidying up.

Robert

United States, March 2025

7.2/10

I had a pretty good stay at Highfield House Hotel. The beds were super comfy, and I enjoyed the breakfast spread. The location is great, being close to local amenities, but the hotel could really use some updating as some areas look a bit tired. Overall, I found it to be decent for the price, but missing a bar or restaurant on-site was a bit of a letdown.

Rooms

7.0

My room was clean and spacious, but it could definitely use some updates. Some areas looked tired, especially the bathroom with cracked tiles. I appreciated the quietness, though.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with a smile. They even opened breakfast early for me to grab a coffee. I felt well taken care of during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, just a short walk to the high street and close to Paultons Park. Plus, I found a nice pizza spot for dinner nearby, which was a bonus!

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had a good variety, but no restaurant or bar on-site was a bummer. There’s a restaurant next door offering a discount for hotel guests, but it wasn’t kid-friendly.

Facilities

7.0

Free parking and good WiFi were definite perks. The hotel had everything I needed for a comfortable stay, even if the decor felt a bit outdated.

Amy

United States, February 2025

5.4/10

I had mixed feelings about my stay at Highfield House Hotel. The location near the University of Southampton was excellent, making it convenient for my visit. However, the condition of the hotel and the overall experience left much to be desired, especially regarding the breakfast and room maintenance. The hospitality from the staff was commendable, which offered a silver lining during my stay. ☹️

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in had a damp smell and was uncomfortably cold due to a faulty radiator. Despite attempts by the staff to assist with a portable heater, it was a challenging night. The decor felt dated and needed a refresh.

Service

5.0

The staff was friendly and genuinely tried to help with issues like the heating problem. They provided a portable heater and additional blankets, but ultimately, my comfort was not fully addressed.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location is perfect for anyone visiting the University of Southampton. It's surrounded by pubs, restaurants, and shops, making it easy to access local amenities.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was disappointing; the items seemed overcooked and unattractive. I couldn't get a decent start to my day with such poor quality. I would recommend searching for breakfast elsewhere.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel has decent parking facilities, which is a bonus. However, moving luggage up the narrow staircase felt problematic without an elevator.

Chris

United States, October 2024

6.0/10

My recent stay at Highfield House Hotel was quite mixed. The room was clean but overall felt tired and in need of an update. The check-in process wasn’t smooth, which added some stress to my arrival. However, the friendly reception staff and decent breakfast helped redeem the experience somewhat.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was clean, airy, and bright, but definitely tired and in need of updating. Even more frustrating, I was disturbed by noise from neighboring rooms both nights, impacting my sleep significantly.

Service

5.0

While the reception staff were friendly and willing to assist, the check-in experience was quite painful as there was confusion over payments that left me feeling uneasy.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location suited my needs well, especially since it was near the university and allowed easy access to cafes and restaurants.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had a good variety, with cooked items, croissants, and cereals, though the toaster didn't always work properly, which could be frustrating.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had basic facilities, and while I missed a bar or restaurant on-site, there were dining options nearby that offered a 10% discount for hotel guests.

Jimmy

United States, October 2024

6.0/10

My stay at Highfield House Hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. While the location was convenient for my hospital visit, the overall condition of the hotel left much to be desired. The reception staff were friendly and helpful, which was a positive aspect, but I found the room itself was not as cozy as I had hoped, and the dining options were quite limited, leading to a rather disappointing experience overall.

Rooms

5.0

The room was clean but quite dated. The bed springs dug into me at night, making it hard to sleep well. There were cracks in the floor tiles and a musty smell coming from the bathroom, which didn't feel inviting. Plus, I had issues with hot water during my shower, which could take quite a while to heat up.

Service

6.0

The reception staff were friendly and went out of their way to assist me, which I appreciated. However, I felt the service could have been more attentive overall, especially when it came to handling requests like extra towels.

Location

7.0

Being close to the University was great for my needs, but I wouldn’t recommend it for other reasons as it feels like it could use an update. The signage was also hard to see when arriving, especially in the dark.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was advertised as included, but I was charged extra for it. My partner thought the buffet was quite limited and lacking quality, which was disappointing given other reviews I had seen. Also, the toaster wasn't set up correctly, leading to burnt toast.

Facilities

5.0

I appreciated the free parking, which is really useful. However, the absence of an elevator and the pronounced damp smell in some areas of the hotel detracted from the overall experience.